1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (166 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thema | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
